PRA number
2017/16249
Published date
Product description
4 Yo-Yo animal puffer balls comprising of rabbit, duck, fish and elephant shapes
Reasons the product is recalled
The product does not comply with the mandatory safety standard for toys for children up to and including 36 months of age (Consumer Protection Notice No. 14 of 2003, as amended by Consumer Protection Notice No. 1 of 2005). The squeaker can detach and become a choking hazard.
The product also has an elastic cord capable of extending at least 500mm in length. These types of products are banned under Consumer Protection Notice 20 of 2011 - Permanent ban on yo-yo water balls.
The product also has an elastic cord capable of extending at least 500mm in length. These types of products are banned under Consumer Protection Notice 20 of 2011 - Permanent ban on yo-yo water balls.
The hazards to consumers
Small parts if detached from the product pose a potential choking hazard to children under the age of 36 months. The elastic cord can stretch to over 500mm in length and may wind around a child's neck and cause choking.
What consumers should do
Consumers who purchased the product between 24 September 2015 and 21 October 2015 should immediately stop using the product and contact CTM Australia Pty Ltd for a full refund of the purchase price.
For further information consumers can call CTM Australia Pty Ltd on 03 9532 0888 or email sales@ctmaustralia.com.au
For further information consumers can call CTM Australia Pty Ltd on 03 9532 0888 or email sales@ctmaustralia.com.au
Supplier
CTM Australia Pty Ltd
Traders who sold this product
Sold at the Sunday Caribbean Market, Scoresby, Victoria
Where the product was sold
Victoria
Dates available for sale
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Recall advertisements and supporting documentation
Responsible regulator
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is the responsible regulator for this recall.
